A little about me

About Stephani Chandler

Stephani Chandler has been immersed in the world of beauty for over twenty years, with roles ranging from hair stylist to make-up artist to product developer. Owner of Divine Addictions, she is known for applying make-up which is flawless, beautiful and enhances her client’s best features. She says, “It’s not just about applying make-up; it’s about showing a woman how to appreciate her assets and making the most of them. Whether it’s a woman’s lip, cheeks bones or nose, I’ll show her how to emphasize and make the most of what she has”

Her love for art began when she was just a young child. Surrounded by nature and an artistic family, she always had an eye for things that were beautiful, unique and creative. As her love for art grew, she began sketching and learning the fundamentals of art. Over the years, she took it upon herself to explore make-up as an art form as well. What started out as a fun hobby, eventually took off with a life of its own. Today she’s acquired a following from many specifically seeking her for weddings, formals, special events and photo shoots.

Stephani has learned to balance her career with home life. She is extremely proud of her accomplishments but even prouder of her children and their happy and healthy outlook. She loves what she does, but feels her most important role is being mom. Now that being said, she is also proud to announce her new line of cosmetics called Eden, which will showcase this fall.

Even with her hectic work schedule and raising three children with her husband David, she is always willing to lend a hand to non-profits organizations. Currently, she is involved with Loma Linda Heart Association, and The Donate Life Association in Riverside.

What she tells other women starting out is “you need to believe in yourself, set goals and don’t listen to the naysayers. Keep your eye on the prize and know with hard work anything is possible." 

Spring Cleaning your makeup mess

Spring cleaning your makeup mess

So ladies, own up… when was the last time you gave your makeup bag a spring clean?

It’s therapeutic to spring clean our makeup and skincare products once in a while! I did mine a while back, my dresser is more organized now and I find it easier to do my makeup every day!
When was the last time you cleared out your makeup? How many products do you have lurking at the bottom, gathering dust (and bacteria)? Did you know that makeup products have a best before date? How can you expect to have fabulous skin if you are using old makeup, dirty brushes and expired skin care?
Why is it so hard to part with these things even though we know we are never going to use them? So here’s the jest.
Mascara has the shortest shelf life and should be thrown out after 3 - 4 months. BTW Don't pump the wand in and out--doing so exposes it to air causing it to dry out quicker. Twirling works best!
Eye shadows that have gone crumbly and dull as well as any make-up products that have changed in consistency, color, or smell. Other items use your judgment, if your polish is separated, your gloss is goopy and your cream shadows have hardened get rid of it! If your skincare is almost expired, use it up quickly, try moisturizers for legs… SPF for neck, scrubs for elbows… this is a totally great idea!
Divide and Organize:
Organize your makeup by frequency of use. plastic trays should be shallow so that most if not all your makeup is completely visible. Place what you use every day at the front and the products you use for special occasions--like that sparkly blue eye shadow, for example--towards the back.  Give everything a quick wipe before putting it away. You might just become, a little more excited to put your face on in the morning.
And once you clean up and get rid of the “old” that has been cluttering up your makeup bag for far too long, it’s time bring in the “new” Yay! This is the fun part!